BRAZIL, ARGENTINA & CHILE - STA Travel Hub

PATAGONIANORTH & SOUTH EXPLOREREND OFFR$4,999 THE EARTHFR$4,599Buenos Aires Buenos Aires 14 DAYS Buenos Aires Buenos Aires15 DAYSTorres del Paine N.P.Highlights• Soak in the stunning natural beauty of the Chilean Lake District• Hike the unbelievably scenic trails of Torres del Paine National Park• Visit the remote port of Ushuaia, which sits at the end of the earthPerito Moreno GlacierHighlights• Go trekking in Glacier National Park and Torres del Paine• Witness the force of Perito Moreno Glacier calving into a lake• Hang out with the penguins at Otway then party in Buenos AiresBRAZIL, ARGENTINA & CHILEDAY01-0304-0708-1112-14ITINERARYBuenos Aires / BarilocheArrive into sexy and lively Buenos Aires (your airport transfer isincluded). Enjoy the city then on Day 2, fly to northern Patagonia andBariloche, located in one of the most stunning settings imaginable.Take in the views on a circuito chico tour with stops at local artisanproducers specialising in chocolate, beer and jams. (2B)Puerto Varas / Tores del Paine N.P.Take a bus and ferry to get to Puerto Varas, located in the incredibleChilean Lake District. Enjoy the stunning views as you take the‘Cruce de los Lagos’ ferry which is considered one of the most sceniccruises in the world. On Day 5, opt to visit Chiloé Island or justenjoy a stunning backdrop of snowcapped volcanoes. Arguably SouthAmerica’s finest national park, Torres del Paine will hit you withfull-on wow power on Day 6. Next day, enjoy the views as you takea full-day hike with an expert guide or just relax at your mountainlodge soaking up the fantastic surroundings. (4B, L, D)El Calafate / UshuaiaEnjoy the beautiful scenery en route to El Calafate. On Day 9, take aguided tour to Perito Moreno, one of Patagonia’s most spectacularnatural wonders. Opt to take a boat up to the front of the glacieras it calves into the lake. On Day 10, take a flight to Ushuaia, at theend of the earth, and next day visit the magnificent Tierra del FuegoNational Park then enjoy free time to explore this unique city. (4B)Buenos AiresFly back to singing and dancing Buenos Aires and explore the city ona guided tour. Enjoy the thrill of a professional tango dinner showthen toast your final night with your group in this vibrant city. Yourtour ends on Day 14. (3B, D)DAY0102-0304-0506-0910-1314-15ITINERARYBuenos AiresArrive into stylish Buenos Aires at any time and head out to explore.El Chaltén / Glacier National ParkFly south to El Calafate before transferring to El Chaltén. Enjoy a fulldayhiking to the Laguna Torre and Laguna de Los Tres among thespectacular granite pinnacles of Glacier NP. Appreciate majestic CerroFitzroy/Chaltén (3,441m), and other magical peaks and glaciers.El Calafate / Perito Moreno GlacierReturn to El Calafate then take the spectacular drive west to theMoreno Glacier. During the trip you may spot condors, rheas, eaglesor flamingos - but the real star of the day is the glacier itself.Puerto Natales / Torres del Paine National ParkContinue south along an unpaved road to the Chilean border. Spend arelaxing evening in Puerto Natales before the trip to Torres del Paine.Get close to this striking nature by camping out and taking day hikesto check out rugged mountains, sparkling lakes, waterfalls, glaciersand amazing wildlife. Return to Puerto Natales on Day 9. (4B, 2L, 2D)Punta Arenas / Ushuaia / Beagle ChannelPunta Arenas is Chile’s southernmost city, looking across the Straitsof Magellan to Tierra del Fuego. Explore the charming city and paya visit to the thriving penguin colony at Otway Sound. Cross intoArgentina by bus to travel to picturesque Ushuaia, your base for amarine wildlife cruise of the Beagle Channel. (4B)Buenos AiresFly back to Buenos Aires, and perhaps head out to an optional tangoshow for finish your trip in style? Trip ends any time on Day 15. (B)InclusionsTrip Style: Comfort Service Level: UpgradedPhysical Grading: 3 Age Group: Any ageAccommodation: Comfort hotels (13 nts)Transport: Bus/van, plane, boat Meals: 13breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners Budget: AllowUSD $350-450 for meals not included GroupLeader: Chief Experience Officer (CEO), localguides Group Size: Max 15, Avg 10 TourCode: GASAXPDepartures 2015START FINISH START FINISH START FINISHNov 18 Nov 21 Nov 28 Dec 11 Dec 22 Jan 04Nov 19 Dec 02 Dec 09 Dec 22 Dec 31 Jan 13CHILEBarilochePuertoVarasPunta ArenasARGENTINABuenos AiresTorres delPaine N.P.El CalafateUshuaiaInclusionsTrip Style: Classic Service Level: StandardPhysical Grading: 3 Age Group: Any ageAccommodation: Hotels (12 nts), camping (2 nts)Transport: Public bus, van, plane, boat Meals: 9breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners Budget: AllowUSD $360-475 for meals not included GroupLeader: Chief Experience Officer (CEO), mountainguide in Torres del Paine, local guides Group Size:Max 15, Avg 12 Tour Code: GASAPEMy Own Room Available: Fr $1,959 My Own Room Available: Fr $1,039Departures 2015Jan-Mar &Oct-DecRegular Saturdays & MondaysCHILEEl ChalténARGENTINABuenos AiresEl CalafateTorres delPaine N.P.Puerto NatalesPunta ArenasUshuaia113